For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
The primary objectives of a diet for stage 3 chronic kidney disease are to slow the progression of CKD and treat associated complications. A diet for CKD should support healthy blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
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A skin rash that results from eating or touching chocolate is a reaction of the immune system to cocoa or other ingredients in the chocolate product. One of the most common adverse reactions after eating chocolate is a skin rash.
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According to the National Institutes of Health, the three most common symptoms of a cold are sneezing, a runny nose and nasal congestion. Along with aches, sore throat and cough, however, loss of appetite is another frequent symptom.
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Sometimes a good workout can end badly when you develop an exercise-induced migraine headache. Some of these headaches are caused by the physical exertion of the body during exercise, while others are caused by the sudden drop of blood sugar brought on by intense physical activity.
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Also called photosensitivity, sun sensitivity can occur for a variety of reasons, causing skin rashes, spots and blotches that might itch or burn. You may have sun sensitivity due to an underlying medical condition like porphyria, lupus or polymorphous light eruptions (PLEs).
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A broken ankle occurs when too much pressure is applied to one of the several small bones that compromise your ankle joint. Once your bone is broken, it is important to provide your body with the proper nutrients it needs to recover.
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Water makes up a large part of the body, and is essential for your survival. It makes sense, then, that drinking a lot of water is important during liver detoxification.
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Without HIV treatment, full-blown AIDS usually takes about a decade to develop. During this last phase of the disease, the virus severely damages the immune system to a point where the body can no longer fight a number of viral, fungal, bacterial and parasitic infections that invade.
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The abdomen is the region between the chest and groin, containing numerous bodily organs that may experience pain. The University of Maryland Medical Center indicates that pain in the abdominal area can result from a variety of factors primarily associated with gastrointestinal disturbance.
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The hip is a ball and socket joint and is susceptible to fractures. These bone injuries typically affect older people and commonly result from a fall. Hip fractures also occur in the younger population due to trauma, such as a motor vehicle accident or a fall from a high surface.
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The gallbladder, a sac-like organ that lies beneath the liver, is responsible for storing bile, a chemical that breaks down the fat in foods. Gallbladder problems may develop, which can lead to gallbladder perforation, or rupture.
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Proactiv is an over-the-counter topical acne treatment that contains the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide. The three-step Proactiv system includes facial cleanser, toner and lotion, and is indicated for daily use.
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A fluid called mucus is produced by the nose to help warm and clean the air that is inhaled. This fluid is then swallowed in order to clean and moisten the back of throat. If there is excessive mucus production, or the mucus becomes thicker than normal, the symptoms of post nasal drip may appear.
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Nasal congestion is a common ailment that occurs in response to viruses, such as the cold and flu, allergies, sinus infections and other problems. Cleaning out your nose can improve your breathing, help you sleep and reduce your discomfort.
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A brain injury can be devastating, not only with regard to physical disabilities and lack of function, but for memory, speech, cognitive thinking and reasoning processes as well.
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Asperger syndrome, sometimes referred to as Asperger's or AS, is part of a group of autism spectrum disorders that is usually noticeable in children by the age of 3. Being part of a spectrum disorder means that symptoms of Asperger's can range from very mild to extreme.
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Glutamine, the most abundant amino acid in the body, has a variety of potential uses for immune, digestive and brain health.
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the most likely causes of eczema, also known as atopic dermatiti,s are allergies and dry irritated skin in combination with an immune system malfunction.
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The human brain is physically separated into two cerebral hemispheres. These hemispheres collaborate in cognitive functioning. For example, the brain's left side controls speech while its right side interprets language.
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Perspiration itself is nearly odorless, according to the Mayo Clinic. Unpleasant body odor generally arises when sweat and body oils interact with bacteria or sulfur compounds. A garlic-like body odor may occur as a side effect of certain drugs and supplements. Rarely, it may signal an underlying medical condition.
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